{"id":67,"date":"2022-09-07T19:14:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T19:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2022-12-13T17:18:35","modified_gmt":"2022-12-13T17:18:35","slug":"jaw-pain-on-one-side","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sweetsmilestucson.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/07\/jaw-pain-on-one-side\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Does My Jaw Hurt on One Side?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you have pain in any part of your body, it can be frustrating and alarming. It can be difficult to know the severity and what you should do to get some relief. If you\u2019re experiencing pain on one side of your jaw, there are numerous reasons why this could be happening. Many times, this isn\u2019t a serious issue, but you should know when to seek help. Continue reading to learn about some of the reasons why you may be experiencing one-sided jaw pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Common Reasons for Jaw Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This type of disorder affects the joint that connects your skull and jaw. A disc separates the bones in this joint and helps it to move around properly. If the disc becomes misaligned or the joint is damaged in some way, you could experience pain and other symptoms on one or both sides of your jaw. Other symptoms include tenderness around the jaw, earaches, clicking or popping when chewing or opening the mouth, and difficulty opening and closing your mouth if the joint jocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sinusitis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Inflammation in your nasal cavities can cause you to develop sinusitis. This tends to happen if you\u2019ve had a cold, but allergies and other medical conditions can also contribute. If the sinus cavities behind the cheeks become inflamed, you may feel pain in one or both sides of your jaw. Other symptoms include nasal congestion, yellow or green mucus, facial pain, pressure in your ears and head, fatigue, and difficulty smelling or tasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have pain on one side of your jaw, this can be traced back to your teeth and gums. Dental issues that can cause jaw pain include tooth decay, tooth abscesses, impacted wisdom teeth, gum disease, misaligned teeth, and bruxism. If a dental issue is a reason behind your jaw pain, you may also be experiencing some of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n